Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

I disagree with your sub choice, but it's not a big deal, but don't be cheap when you buy your amp. Buy something that will actually do rated, then after you get it all in and your car is "Livin' Loud" start looking at better subs, because Kicker is by no means the best sub money can buy, it's just commercialized crap, but it's like I said, it's not a huge deal since you aren't used to super loud systems, you'll think that those kickers are as loud as subwoofers can get.

Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

So false, it isnt even funny.....I get what you are trying to say, but you are wrong.....

OP do big3, get an extra battery, decent 0/1g wire and dont set gains on max and you will be fine. I like what ejschulz recommeneds.

I have had many systems in my Focus, anywhere from 500rms to 2000rms and never upgraded my alty, just big3, good wire, good batteries and watch my settings and everything has been fine.

Yes is it better to run a bigger alty? Of course, but those are some cheddar. If you can afford it, do it, if not and you are careful with gains, you will be fine.

he didnt say factory alt. he said factory electrical. meaning a stock batt, stock alt, and stock wiring. in which case, yes it would be pushing it and the probable voltage drop would likely cause amp issues. but regardless.

Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

Originally Posted by taylorpro

he didnt say factory alt. he said factory electrical. meaning a stock batt, stock alt, and stock wiring. in which case, yes it would be pushing it and the probable voltage drop would likely cause amp issues. but regardless.

If you scroll up, Phoenix mentioned HO alty...just dont think he needs that at this point, least 1500 and under. Above that maybe, but I was fine on many systems without it. Like I said is it better, of course...if it is in the funds.

And a few people mentioned about up grading the wire......which I also suggested.

I would think most people would know not to use factory wiring....I mean how do you even use stock wiring for amps, subs and what not, lol!

Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

For a starter system, CVX's are definitely a step in the right direction. You could do a lot worse (the dual neon bandpass loaded enclosure comes to mind). As for your electrical, google the big 3 upgrade and grab a nice battery for up front. Your dimming shouldn't be too bad, if using the AQ1200 which is the best recommendation by far, and if it looks like is getting a little too heavy you can always run a second battery in the back. I personally ran a Hifonics BXI1610D AND a HiFi100.4 (Read ~1800 rms) off of a Kinetik HC800 and HC 1400 with the big 3 in my 2000 Eclipse. I had virtually no dimming with the factory 90 amp alternator. Every car's electrical requirements are different so you may or may not need multiple batteries.

Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

Kicker's aren't really as bad as everyone makes them out to be. They're affordable, readily available (which you can't say about most companies whose names get thrown around here), and to top it off they are very easy to resell should you choose to upgrade. Try explaining to some 16 year old who just got his first car how capable your $800 DigitalDesigns 6,800,000 15" is when all he wants is some "bangin" audiobahns with the flames on em. CVX's get LOUD and don't sound all that horrible in the right enclosure. You will be happy with them I assure you.

PS:Please oh please don't buy a prefabricated enclosure. If you have to put up a mortgage on your house to have someone build and ship a box from Africa, please do it. It will be worth it in the long run.

Re: Planning on getting two Kicker CVX 12 inch subs.

The CVR's aren't bad either. With the amount of bass you're getting with those 15's I'm sure your neighbors already hate you. Everyone always acts like bass is rated on a scale of runny poop to complete orgasm soley dependent on the manufacturer. I don't disagree (double negative can eat me) that each sub sounds different in it's own right, but bass is bass. Its not a super "scientifical" measurement that a lot of people here make it out to be. Just build it and enjoy.